Description
French Onion Chicken Bake is a comforting one-dish meal that perfectly combines juicy chicken, sweet caramelized onions, and gooey melted Gruyère cheese. This recipe transforms the classic flavors of French onion soup into a hearty and satisfying bake, ideal for cozy family dinners or quick weeknight meals. With minimal prep time and straightforward instructions, you can create a dish that warms your heart and pleases your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté sliced onions until golden brown and caramelized (about 20 minutes).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Optional: rub garlic powder for added flavor.
- Stir beef broth and balsamic vinegar into the skillet with caramelized onions; let simmer for about five minutes.
- Layer seasoned chicken in the baking dish; pour onion mixture over them and top generously with Gruyère cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: - For deeper onion flavor, extend caramelization time to achieve a richer taste. - Substitute turkey for chicken or use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option. - Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra nutrition and crunch.